Lester D. Crawford writes speculative fiction. He enjoys creating science fiction and fantasy stories for all ages, stories that explore the relationships between contrasting characters and the struggles that bring them together, stories that use themes of love, loyalty, friendship, kindness, acceptance, family of origin, and family of choice. He always wanted to be a story teller, to create science and science fiction and fantasy books and movies. However, he could not find that path. The path our life takes is best described by chaos theory with chaotic regions, times of steady state, and areas with strange attracters. Unpredictable opportunities create many possible outcomes as we make our life choices. Each of us is the product of those unpredictable opportunities. Even if we feel we are in control as we pursue our goals, that chance, accidents, and coincidences do not occur, and the journey feels well managed, we are still at the mercy of happenstance. When opportunities arise and we choose a path, the path not taken might have been the path we should have taken. After years of experimenting with various opportunities, which eventually led to a career in information technology, Lester finally found the right path — the path that led to writing his stories. Writing is a powerful tool. Writing enhances intelligence and critical-thinking skills for both writer and reader. Writing spreads knowledge today, and across generations. Writing forms bonds that can make the world a better place. Writing is magic.